Main computer for vehicle and power management method thereof
US8321707B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 30, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 25, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F1/3203
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A main computer for vehicle includes a central processing unit and a programmable logic device. The central processing unit is configured for controlling operations of the main computer. The programmable logic device is coupled to the central processing unit and includes a built-in power state machine for managing power statuses of the main computer. The power state machine includes a turn-off status, an operating status, and a predetermined status located between the turn-off status and the operating status.
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